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“Urban Light” by Chris Burden has been a bright spot on Wilshire for LACMA since 2008. (2010 Museum Associates, LACMA)

How does attending a Swinging Soirée at one of the most prestigious locations at Los Angeles
sound? If your answer is pretty good, you should attend the Dapper Day party at LACMA on the
26th of January. Get ready to dance all night while enjoying top quality European Artwork!

2. Chinese New Year Festival

Credit: O.C. Lee

Celebrate the Lunar New Year with LA’s Chinese Community and many more enthusiasts who are
attending this annual event. Taking place in various locations throughout Los Angeles on the 26th
and 27th of January, attending these festivals are a great way to celebrate your culture, or get to
know a new tradition!

3. LA Art Show

https://dola.com/events/2019/1/23/l-a-art-show

The Los Angeles Art Show is one of the longest running art installations in the country. Containing
a lot of different art forms such as modern art, historic art, and traditional art; this place is a must-
see for every art lover. Be sure to add this event to your calendar between the 23rd and the 27th of
January!

4. Elton John ConcertIt won’t be an exaggeration to say that everyone loves Elton John. Don’t miss your last chance to
see one of the most influential and ground-breaking artists in history on his farewell tour. He is
performing for six nights from January 22 to February 2nd, so go buy your tickets before it’s too
late!

https://www.visitpasadena.com/events/rare-books-la/

5. Rare Books L.A.
The Rare Books L.A. is taking place in the Pasadena Convention Center on the 1st and 2nd of
February. This fair is the perfect place to see the original editions of your favorite books, find more
books from your favorite author or discover new genres that you will love! Book lovers, this is the
perfect way to spend a weekend dedicated to your passion!

Before going out to buy things, watch movies or visit places, check out the UCLA Campus Amenities and Activities website (http://happenings.ucla.edu). You may find things you wanted to for a lot cheaper – or even free! Also, this is a great opportunity to try new things and venture out.

$200 for a textbook you’ll only use once or twice?! That sounds insane, and it really is. Instead of buying new textbooks try looking at other options such as buying used books or renting new or used textbooks. UCLA Bookstore, Amazon and Macmillian Learning, along with many other websites/stores, have many options on buying and renting books, so try finding the option that works best for you!

4. Be mindful of your swipes:

If you have a meal plan try to use it as much as you can. Eating out everyday is expensive, and why eat out when you already have a pre-paid meal? One thing to keep in mind is getting coffee/drinks with swipes. For some swipe options, what you get costs significantly less than what your swipe is worth. Always check menu prices before you swipe!

5. Reduce, Reuse, Recycle!

This trio can help you save money in a lot of ways. Try to reduce the amount of things you buy. Always ask yourself: do I want or need this. Buy reusable water bottles, thermoses and straws to avoid buying new ones every time you need one. Finally, recycle your old clothes by either donating them or selling them through apps like Poshmark and Letgo. And remember, you can make saving money into a fun activity for you! These are some tips to get you started, but try new things to see what makes you motivated to save more!